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jCorn1234

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What is the purpose of a Bowie-Dick test?
 
  a. To determine the temperature of the sterilizer
  b. To check for any residual microorganisms left in the sterilizer
  c. To check for air entrapment in the prevacuum sterilizer
  d. To determine whether the prevacuum sterilizer is cooling at the correct temperature

Question 2

Most gravity displacement steam sterilizers have a minimum exposure time of ____ minutes.
 
  a. 8 to 10
  b. 15 to 30
  c. 4
  d. 15


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Reply #1 on: Jul 18, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
A Bowie-Dick test is conducted daily, usually on the first run of the day, to check for air entrapment in the prevacuum sterilizer.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The size and contents of the chamber determine the exposure period, but the minimum exposure time is 15 minutes. Exposure time may vary if a closed sterilization container is used.


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Wow, this really help

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